What's up? 02-18-2014

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Feb 18, 2014 at 10:08 AMFeb 18, 2014 at 10:09 AM

Lewis Center Observatory to host event

The Lewis Center for Educational Research is inviting the public to view astronomical objects in space through its large telescopes from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday inside the Lewis Center Observatory at 20702 Thunderbird Road in Apple Valley. Spectacular objects in the fall and winter constellations will be visible in the night sky. The giant planet Jupiter is now visible in the early evening just past its closest point to Earth this year. A supernova (exploding star) in a galaxy 12 million light years away will be visible through the telescopes if conditions are good. The Lewis Center Observatory is located on the north side of Thunderbird Road near the Phoenix Academy Middle School and Thunderbird Park. Parking is in the Phoenix Academy parking lot. The event is free. For more information, call 760-486-1598.

VV Women's Club to host fundraising event

The Victor Valley Women's Club will host a fundraising event for Victor Valley College nurses scholarships. The event will be a bus trip to Pechanga Resort and Casino on March 6. The cost is $25 per person. Each guest will receive $10 back in slot play upon arrival. All who plan to attend must have identification. Besides being an incredible gambling destination, there will be plenty to do. Join in for a day of fun. For more information, call Anna Maria English at 760-961-8396 or email GFWCvictorvalley@msn.com.

Families Anonymous

Families Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. Mondays at Sterling Inn, third floor, 17738 Francesca Road in Victorville. FA is a 12-step, self-help support program. For more information, email www.familiesanonymous.org.

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